Leicester City star James Maddison could be leaning towards a move to Tottenham Hotspur this summer, because he loves the idea of playing alongside Harry Kane.
Maddison is arguably the best player in the current Leicester City squad, but he may not be there for much longer.
Leicester were relegated from the Premier League last season and it is highly likely that Maddison will be one of the names to jump ship this summer and remain in the top flight.
The 26-year-old is greatly admired by Tottenham Hotspur, who have reportedly made him a ‘priority target’ for Ange Postecoglou’s first transfer window (Football.London).
Newcastle United are also firmly in the hunt for the dynamic playmaker, and Sky Sports claimed the Magpies were in pole position to lure Maddison away from Leicester.
All the latest noise surrounding Maddison’s situation, however, seems to suggest Tottenham have the upper hand.
That’s because Spurs can offer James Maddison a higher salary, and the chance to live in London that would suit his personal life (Northern Echo).
Maddison is a big fan of playing with Harry Kane
Now, it seems Harry Kane could be a key factor in Maddison’s decision. A report from Football Transfers states Maddison is tempted by the prospect of playing with his England teammate on a weekly basis at club level.
Maddison is a “big admirer” of Kane and would find the idea of linking up with the England captain an “attractive” proposition.
The report suggests there is a “big possibility” Kane will stay at Tottenham this summer as Daniel Levy plays “hardball,” and this could well help to “tip the balance” in Spurs’ favour when it comes to the race to sign Maddison.
Spurs Web Opinion
The prospect of James Maddison playing provider to Harry Kane is enough to make Spurs fans drool. Everything is going in our favour right now when it comes to the battle to sign the Leicester player and we have to take advantage of this and get the deal wrapped up.